Apple has rolled out iOS 18.4, expanding the language support of its Apple Intelligence system to better cater to a global audience. This update introduces enhanced AI-driven features and localisations, further solidifying Apple’s commitment to providing a personalised user experience.
Expanded Language Support
With iOS 18.4, Apple Intelligence now supports:
• French
• German
• Italian
• Brazilian Portuguese
• Spanish
• Japanese
• Korean
• Simplified Chinese
Additionally, Apple has introduced localised English variants for users in Singapore and India. This expansion means that users across different regions can now take advantage of Apple Intelligence’s advanced AI capabilities, including improved Siri interactions and Writing Tools.
What About Traditional Chinese?
Despite the excitement around Apple Intelligence’s multilingual support, many users in Hong Kong and Taiwan (R.O.C.) are left wondering—where is Traditional Chinese?
According to Apple’s official announcements, there is currently no confirmed timeline for when Apple Intelligence will support Traditional Chinese. For Hongkongers, this is a significant issue, as Traditional Chinese is not just a script but a core part of their cultural and linguistic identity. From news publications to legal documents and everyday conversations, Traditional Chinese is an integral part of communication in both Hong Kong and Taiwan (R.O.C.).
Without Traditional Chinese support, many users in these regions may find Apple Intelligence’s AI-driven features less accessible or relevant to their daily lives.
Apple Intelligence in the European Union
Users in the European Union can now access Apple Intelligence with the release of iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4. This ensures that Apple’s AI-driven tools are available across a broader range of devices and regions.
Apple Intelligence on Vision Pro
The update also brings Apple Intelligence to Vision Pro with visionOS 2.4. Additionally, Apple has launched a new Vision Pro app for iOS, designed to help users discover and access content tailored for the headset.
Additional Features in iOS 18.4
Beyond language support, iOS 18.4 introduces several new features:
• Priority Notifications: Apple Intelligence now prioritises important notifications, ensuring they appear prominently at the top of the notification stack.
• News Plus Recipe Section: Subscribers to News Plus can now explore a dedicated recipe section, enhancing the service’s content offerings.
• Photos App Enhancements: The Photos app receives updates aimed at improving user experience and functionality.
While these updates mark a significant step forward in Apple’s AI capabilities, for many in Hong Kong and Taiwan (R.O.C.), the real milestone will come when Apple Intelligence fully supports Traditional Chinese. Until then, users in these regions may continue to feel left out of Apple’s AI revolution.
